Ghorwad - Sinnar, Nashik
Ghorwad is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Ghorwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorwad is 551205. The village covers a total geographical area of 1177.84 hectares and falls under the 422502 pincode. Bhagur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Ghorwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghorwad
According to the 2011 Census, Ghorwad village had a total population of 1,695 people, including 863 males and 832 females. The village had 327 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. The village had 218 children in the 0–6 age group. The village had 1,204 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Scheduled Castes (SC) accounted for 12 people and Scheduled Tribes (ST) for 845.
The table below presents population figures by category, with separate male and female counts.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,695 | 863 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 107 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 845 | 423 | 422 |
| Literate Population | 1,204 | 686 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 177 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorwad
Ghorwad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawatamalinagar | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Khaparale | East | 2.74 km |
| Chandrapur | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Shivade | South | 3.05 km |
| Jamgaon | North-East | 4.01 km |
| Borkhind | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Pandhurli | West | 4.41 km |
| Vinchur Dalvi | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Konambe | South | 5.28 km |
| Vadgaon Pingala | North | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghorwad
Public transport in the Ghorwad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lahavit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagur to Ghorwad is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Ghorwad is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ghorwad
Where is Ghorwad located?
Ghorwad village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorwad?
Ghorwad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghorwad?
The pincode of Ghorwad is 422502.
What is the population of Ghorwad?
Ghorwad had a total population of 1,695, including 863 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Ghorwad?
Ghorwad had 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorwad was 81.52%. Male literacy was 90.74% and female literacy was 71.84%.